Endotracheal anesthesia is a general anesthesia technique with endotracheal tube placement for the purpose of controlling breathing during surgery and postoperative resuscitation. Endotracheal anesthesia is an effective and safe method commonly used in surgeries, including surgery for malignant glaucoma in the single eye that is nearly blind.

Glaucoma can cause permanent vision loss if not detected and treated promptly. It is the second leading cause of blindness after cataracts. The disease has a genetic component, so regular eye examinations are necessary for early detection, timely treatment, and slowing the progression of the disease.